​Following the result of the EU membership referendum in June, questions have been asked about the sector's continuing relationship with Europe. The UK is part of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), which exists as a multi-lateral agreement between 49 countries, including both EU and non-EU members. More...

​Independent colleges that have well-established partnerships with universities are much more likely deliver a high quality learning experience, according to a report published today. More...

As part of the Government's higher education reforms, a new Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) will change the way in which higher education providers are assessed, and seek to highlight excellence in teaching practice across the sector. More...

How should higher education providers in England be granted the power to award degrees, and what should be expected of them? How is the eligibility of a provider to call itself a 'university' determined. More...

In a speech (PDF 131KB) that focused on the increasing diversity of higher education and the need to respond to the pace of change, Douglas Blackstock announced that QAA is developing a new characteristics statement for degree apprenticeships. ‘We have been working closely with Universities UK and the University Vocational Awards Council on the development of a sector-led approach to the quality assurance of new degree apprenticeships. More...

Responding to the Government's Post-16 Skills Plan, QAA Chief Executive Douglas Blackstock said:
'Plans to improve movement between academic and technical education, through bridging provision that meets the needs of students and business, is welcome news. More...

As preparations for Year 2 of the Teaching Excellence Framework get underway, there has been a huge response to the request for TEF panel members and assessors. More...

QAA is pleased to confirm that it has been approved for certification to the ISO 27001 international standard for information security. More...

With 85% overall student satisfaction on their courses in UK Universities and Colleges, the HEPI-HEA Student Academic Experience Survey is testimony to a world leading HE system. In any other service sector of our economy these satisfaction levels would be stunning. More...

QAA has published the findings of two investigations into West London Vocational Training College.
QAA launched investigations under its Concerns Scheme into the College's main London base and its Cardiff centre following a BBC Wales documentary (opens in new window) on fraud and allegations of shortcomings in academic management at the Cardiff centre. More...